The pontiff continued, “To put my message on the same level as the President is attempting to do here is not understanding what the message of the Gospel is, and I’m sorry to hear that, but I will stick to what I believe is the mission of the Church.”
Trump on Monday accused Leo of being “weak on crime” and “terrible at foreign policy.” satya social post It underscores a growing rift between the White House and the Vatican.
In his remarks on Monday, the Pope rejected Trump’s criticism and said, “I have no intention of arguing with him.”
Senior Italian politicians, for whom Catholics are a key constituency, indirectly supported the pope on Monday as the diplomatic row escalated.
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said in a message, “The Holy Father’s ministry will help promote the resolution of conflicts and the return of peace, both within and between nations, following the path set by his predecessors, and will provide support and comfort to Christian communities, giving them the opportunity to meet during their travels.” statement published monday.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said, “Congratulations to Pope Leo on his apostolic visit to Africa.” “I greatly appreciated his call for peace in Sudan. His official words further encourage the commitment of the Italian Government through humanitarian missions. These words represent an important contribution to achieving a ceasefire and the end of the civil war after three years of harsh conflict.
“We join their mission with prayer,” Tajani said.
